1 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 1.1 I can help pack a rucksack for 1.6 I can behave safely while hiking. a day hike. 1.7 I can be responsible for myself while 1.2 I can dress myself for a day hike. we are hiking. 1.3 I can list what food to bring on 1.8 I can explain the buddy system. a day hike. 1.9 I can recognize the main 1.4 I can follow directions on a day hike. distress signals. 1.5 I can identify the main parts of 1.10 I have attended at least two hikes. a compass. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SKILLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Canadianpath.ca 2 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 2.1 I know what gear to bring for a hike 2.6 I can be a responsible member of my depending on the weather. team while we are hiking. 2.2 I can show how to take care of all 2.7 I can get help if someone is hurt. personal gear needed for a day hike. 2.8 I have attended at least three hikes. 2.3 I can read a simple map. 2.9 I can explain why one brings certain 2.4 I can use a compass to find foods and drinks on hikes. basic directions. 2.5 I can obtain a weather forecast. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SKILLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Canadianpath.ca 3 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 3.1 I can pack a rucksack for a day hike. 3.8 I can be responsible for myself and aware of my surroundings while hiking. 3.2 I can explain what clothes to bring for a day hike depending on the weather. 3.9 I can explain the main principles of Leave No Trace. 3.3 I can follow a route on an orienteering map. 3.10 I can treat simple cuts and scratches. 3.4 I can identify the features of a topographical map. 3.11 I know how to avoid becoming lost, and I know 3.5 I can demonstrate the basic use of a GPS unit. what to do if I get lost. 3.6 I can teach another youth how to find directions by 3.12 I have attended at least thee hiking activities, using a compass. one of which involves hiking on hilly trails. 3.7 I can explain the effect of weather on hiking activities. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SKILLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Canadianpath.ca 4 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 4.1 I can teach another youth what to pack for a 4.11 I can apply the Leave No Trace principles day hike. while hiking. 4.2 I can pack a rucksack for a weekend hike. 4.12 I can minimize trail hazards for myself and others as encountered (trip hazards on the trail, minimizing 4.3 I can show how to care for all my personal hiking branch whip while moving them out of the way, equipment needed for a weekend hike. etc.—overall trail etiquette). 4.4 I know how to plan for and avoid food allergies in a 4.13 I can be responsible for younger or less experienced group hike. members of my team while we are hiking. 4.5 I can use a map and compass together 4.14 I can treat simple sprains and blisters. for navigation. 4.15 I can identify the different emergency services that 4.6 I can teach another youth how to follow a route on are available and how and when to call them. an orienteering map. 4.16 I can build or find an emergency shelter. 4.7 I can keep a map dry and safe from the elements. 4.17 I have attended three hikes (including an overnight). 4.8 I can locate a waypoint that has been pre-programmed into a GPS unit. 4.18 I can lead a leg of a hike. 4.9 I can plan and bring appropriate personal gear to 4.19 I can help plan a day hike. use on a hike based on weather forecasts for the hiking area. 4.10 I can cross various terrains, such as wet or SKILLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE rocky ground. Canadianpath.ca 5 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 5.1 I can explain how the weather affects the 5.12 I can describe the dangers of weather on hikes. equipment I bring on a weekend hike. 5.13 I can plan effectively and recommend appropriate 5.2 I can show what group equipment to bring gear for my group to take based on weather on a weekend hike and explain why each item forecasts for the hike area. is needed. 5.14 I know when and how to cross a river. 5.3 I can show how to use group equipment correctly. 5.15 I can show how and explain when to use the main 5.4 I can select appropriate footwear for distress signals. various hikes. 5.16 I can be an active member of my team 5.5 I can demonstrate how to use different types of while hiking. lightweight stoves to prepare a meal. 5.17 I can recognize and respond to hazards from 5.6 I can keep food and food preparation flora and fauna. materials hygienic. 5.18 I have taken part in three hikes (including 5.7 I can use a map and compass to find my position on an overnight). the ground. 5.19 I have written a log for at least two of 5.8 I can plot a proposed hiking route on a map and these activities. obtain the required compass bearings. 5.20 I can help plan an overnight hike. 5.9 I can input a given waypoint into a GPS and then find it. 5.21 I can help choose a suitable hiking destination. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SKILLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 5.10 I can teach another youth the basic use of 5.22 I can hike on steep trails safely, using appropriate a GPS unit. gear as required. 5.11 I can find directions without a compass. Canadianpath.ca 6 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 6.1 I can teach another youth what to pack for a 6.12 I can recognize changing weather patterns weekend hike. while hiking. 6.2 I can show what group emergency equipment 6.13 I can show different methods for crossing we can carry on a weekend hike, and how to use waterways. each item. 6.14 I can teach the principles of Leave No Trace. 6.3 I can teach another youth how to care for, store and maintain the group equipment. 6.15 I can recognize unstable or elevated risk areas (e.g. slick trails, icy terrain) and either avoid them 6.4 I can look after my hiking footwear. or minimize the risk in crossing the area with accepted use of gear and technique. 6.5 I can select and maintain my pack for various hiking adventures. 6.16 I can recognize and treat hypothermia, hyperthermia, sunstroke, dehydration and asthma, 6.6 I know how much water to drink and the effects and or other medical conditions relevant to my team. treatment of dehydration. 6.17 I can be responsible for myself and my team 6.7 I know how to use different methods to while hiking. treat water. 6.18 I can describe the limitations of my team. 6.8 I can avoid hyponatremia by ensuring proper planning for the hike. 6.19 I have taken part in at least six hiking activities, and at least one is a two-night hike. 6.9 I can obtain coordinates from a point of interest on a topographical map so that it can be inputted into 6.20 I have written logs for all of these activities. a GPS unit. 6.21 I can plan and lead a day hike. SKILLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 6.10 I can demonstrate the limitations of the compass and other navigation tools. 6.22 I can help organize the transportation required for an activity. 6.11 I can teach another youth how to find his or her position on the ground using a map and compass. Canadianpath.ca 7 TRAIL SKILLS Competencies 7.1 I can pack a rucksack for a hiking expedition of more 7.11 I can teach trail travel techniques for various than two nights. trail types. 7.2 I can inspect group emergency equipment for a 7.12 I can teach appropriate trail etiquette to hiking expedition of more than two nights. other Scouts. 7.3 I can show what group equipment to bring on a 7.13 I can assess risk and be aware of group safety. hiking expedition of more than two nights and explain why each item is needed. 7.14 I can plan escape routes. 7.4 I can choose appropriate lightweight 7.15 I have participated in at least five hikes of hiking equipment. various lengths. 7.5 I can plan and cook a variety of meals on a hiking 7.16 I have taken, planned and led one hike without expedition of more than two nights. a Scouter. 7.6 I can explain how much food is needed on hiking 7.17 I have taken part in an unaccompanied but expeditions of various lengths. supervised two-night hike. 7.7 I can navigate at night or in poor visibility. 7.18 I have written logs for all of these activities. 7.8 I can use a topographical map to plan a hike in 7.19 I can plan and lead an overnight hike. unfamiliar territory. 7.20 I can organise the transport required for an activity.